I really do get around. Found myself in Elkader. Very difficult to get around in the town due to…read morethe main entrance is closed off due to the bridge is out. Wilke's is what appears to be a family owned store. Walking around I found a few items I could use. The staff was very friendly and if you don't have to shop here then don't because it is very high priced. I found prices to be anywhere from 1.50 to 2.00 dollars higher than even Fareway.

From the owner: Specialties Broasted Chicken, Dairy, Local Grocery Store,…read moreMeats, Organic Products, Produce, Propane, Specialty Foods Services Beer and Wine Selection, Discounts Available, Frozen, Groceries, Rewards Program Locations Notes Historic Downtown Elkader

I really enjoyed our lunch here today! Amazing patio along the river- an ambiance to savor our…read moreserver was lovely and explained menu items to us. I enjoyed my couscous stew. The others in my crew had the warm quinoa salad and gyro and also enjoyed those! Definitely a gem in this town!

If you are looking for different unique flavors this is the place to try. We started with the Bake…read moreFeta served with pita bread. Yum!! Then shared a Cubano Panini and a Shawarma (Gyro) with fries. If you like spicy order the Harissa on the side (chili pepper paste) delicious!! I suggest to read menu online for description of the food options. Our waitress was very attentive.

Our favorite place to buy meat. We stop in whenever we're driving through town. Our go‑tos are…read moretheir smoked sausage, beef tail, brats, and prime rib seasoning. Their catering is also phenomenal.

Superior locker in Eastern Iowa for processing meats. This review is focused on deer - venison…read moremeat. Find yourself a deer hunter (if you aren't doing the hunting ) that will share their deer meat. For multiple options, they mix the deer with beef/pork (detailed descriptions in photos/website), so some great options for anyone who wants to stay away from the gamy flavors but still enjoy the plethora of local wild deer meat. Highly recommend the smoked deer brats for already cooked quick meal options and so good!! We stocked up on those and also deer and cheese sticks, deer and cheese summer sausage & the deer Cajun jerky and all so good. Service was great on the phone and I have not been to their storefront.

Every time I have stopped at City Meat Market, I have never been disappointed in fact just the…read moreopposite. The service always exceeds my expectations. Everyone is helpful, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Who could not love a small town grocery store with a wide and deep selection of groceries plus they offer smoked meats? The meats are smoked daily and onsite. The venue is everything you expect from a market in a small Iowa store.

I search for butchers and smokehouses when traveling. When multiple people leap forward with the…read moresame name immediately when you ask where you can find some quality that says something. When they are quite some distance away from it that's another indicator. And then when you see the long running history.... You need to get there. Well the stars aligned and I've been talking about the City Meat Market for a week now. Solid space made like you might for big family gathering. I had the most excellent smoked pork chop, some summer sausage, sticks, and smoked salmon. I do not imagine being disappointed with anything produced here. If you're passing anywhere remotely near here stop in and stock up!

I always enjoy stopping at Calico Bean on my visits to family in Ames. Teri us so helpful in…read morefinding everything on my list. Great spices, coffee, fresh ground peanut butter, baking supplies and snacks at reasonable prices!!

This place is a coffee lover's dream! They have a huge selection of coffee to choose from. They…read morealso have dip mixes, soup mixes, and spices. Another thing they have is a large assortment of candy and sprinkles. The place was nice and quaint, and the service was great.

These caramels are the absolute best. I stop every time I'm passing through…read more First... They have free samples but if you indulge, you'll be hooked. The vanilla caramels are creamy, soft, and melt in your mouth. You have to try them. The chocolate caramels are unique and incredibly rich in flavor. They are fantastic. I love the Hazelnut Melt-aways and the Irish Mints. I'm too cheap to try the truffles but if they are like the other candies, the nuns have perfected them. There is a small gift shop that is often unstaffed. You select what you wish to purchase and put the money into a box with a slot. No cash or check? No candy... You can always order them on the Internet, though. Don't forget... The Almighty is watching over the gift shop even if nobody is there to take your money ... so be honest! This is a wonderful place to stop. The candies are exquisite. Enjoy!

I don't want you to set yourself up for an experience beyond 3 stars. We were fooled!…read more This place is a monastery/convent outside of Dubuque, in a farm area. They have a lovely campus. The store is very small. They sell some jewelry items, maple syrup, caramels, chocolates, boxes of chocolates. We did not buy any because they use artificial flavors (not in the maple syrup), and this was incredibly dissapointing.

I love everything about this place. Great food at a fair price. The owner is awesome and friendly…read more We live 3 hours away but camp at bagley once a year and make a point to shop here every year while in the area. 5 Stars

I love this place Best sausage ever…read moreGreat steaks, chops, chicken, bacon etc We go at least once a week Everything I buy I enjoy Friendly service

Purchase a half a side of beef oh full hog and purchase many items out of there cooler in store…read more This facility is extremely clean. It is a high marked locker in my book. I trust this locker above all others. And they don't steal me like other lockers I had to deal with, and I can say that because I knew employees that work there and they informed me of it. This place is a cut above the rest. I will be calling them again for another side of beef.

They processed half a hog for me. They have the best bacon i have ever encountered. Their smoked,…read morecured hamsteaks are very good. Sausage was wonderful without being too spicy. To the comment about smell...right next door is a tanner who dries hides and pelts. The smell is likely from that unair-conditioned with the hides drying.

What a hidden gem!!…read more We were just passing through and stayed at an Airbnb nearby. Unfortunately missed dinner--but after seeing the menu, I wish we hadn't! Duck, quail, rabbit, steak, and so much more. The menu was incredibly impressive. However, breakfast was delightful. We had an omelet made with fresh vegetables from their garden, French toast, a chocolate croissant, an almond butter croissant, herbal tea, and fresh cold-pressed grape juice. Everything tasted incredibly fresh. On our way out, we even picked up some tomatoes and carrots from the farm table. 10/10 on everything. Beautiful farm-to-table food, fresh ingredients, and wonderful service--all served by nuns! It really doesn't get much better than that. We'll definitely make a point of coming back for dinner next time.

French nuns, omelets and croissants. A chapel with latin chants surrounded by a farm cared for by…read morethe nuns and monks. What more could you ask for?